Episode #42 – Absalom’s Daddy Issues: 2 Samuel 14-20 with Taryn Mays

Episode Summary:

Jen Wilkin, JT English, Kyle Worley, and special guest Taryn Mays dive back into 2 Samuel to discuss what transpires between David and his son, Absalom.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

  • Who is Absalom and why does he matter?

  • What is the conspiracy that Absalom undertakes?

  • Is God choosing Absalom?

  • Let’s look at David’s response in 2 Samuel 16:5-14.

  • What is special about the way David mourns Absalom's death?

  • Does the Lord actively bring harm upon people?

  • Why care about the family of this ancient king that has a messed up family?

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